Periodontal Therapy

At GMCClinics, we offer Periodontal Therapy which is a type of conservative or non-surgical treatment to manage and control periodontal diseases without the need for surgery.

Periodontal (gum) disease cause inflammation of the gums (gingivae) and damage to the bone that anchors teeth in the jaws. It’s the most common cause of tooth loss. You may not know that you have gum disease as often it’s not painful and some people with gum disease have no symptoms. This is one of the reasons why it’s important that you have regular check-ups with your dentist. They are trained to detect the early signs and advise you about what you can do in your day-to-day life to help keep your gums healthy. If you catch gum disease in the early stages, it can be treated by your dentist and its effects may be reversed.

Symptoms of Gum Disease:

Gum disease is considered a “silent disease” because many patients with gum disease don’t experience pain or obvious symptoms until advanced stages of the condition. Common gum disease symptoms include:

There are a number of causes of gum disease, each of which can be corrected and controlled. The main causes include Improper Dental Hygiene, Organic Changes in the Mouth (metabolism and hormone levels during pregnancy, puberty and menopause), Medical Conditions (such as diabetes or kidney disease), Saliva Flow Inhibitors and Poor Functional Habits. The best periodontal therapy is preventive. Your oral health routine should include daily brushing and flossing as well as regular visits to the dentist for professional dental cleanings and examinations. Unfortunately, even with the most diligent home dental care, people still can develop some form of periodontal disease. Once this disease starts, professional periodontal therapy is necessary to prevent its progress.

We offer treatment for: